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AUDIO: Winfield police chief talks staff peer support program, reaction to recent shootings

Monday, April 24

Winfield Police Chief Robbie DeLong joined the Morning Mixtape in studio last week to talk about the upcoming "Diversity Jam" at Island Park on April 29, measures the WPD has taken when it comes to the mental health of its staff and his thoughts on recent shootings across the... Read More.

Cowley County commissioners to hold budget work session Thursday

Monday, April 24

Cowley County commissioners will begin tackling next year's budget this week. The board will hold a budget work session Thursday morning at 9 a.m. inside the Assembly Room of the Cowley County Courthouse in Winfield. According to Thursday's agenda, the session will start with a fiscal year 2022 audit presentation and... Read More.

ROARING: Cowley cheer nabs national title

Monday, April 24

The Cowley College Cheer team competed in the Cheer America Nationals recently in Galveston, Texas. The team placed first and were named national champions in the college coed division The team is coached by Brandon Burke and Lindsay Sanderholm.

Two Winfield women identified in armed standoff; both held on $100K bond

Sunday, April 23

UPDATED: Sunday, 11:35 a.m. The Ark City Police Department released the names of the women involved in an armed standoff Saturday afternoon. According to a news release from the ACPD Saturday evening, Jesse Shae Simmons, 44, of Winfield, and Alyna Arran Alvarado, 33, also of Winfield, were arrested after surrendering to... Read More.

SC senior dubs apple tree project ‘Moon Grove’ in memory of beloved professor, community leader

Friday, April 21

Southwestern College has unveiled a new apple tree area named "Moon Grove" in honor and in the memory of the late Roger Moon, who died last year following a freak accident. Moon was a longtime Winfield community leader and retired theatre professor at Southwestern College. The new Moon... Read More.

Ark City High School inducts 79 into National Honor Society

Friday, April 21

Arkansas City High School celebrated 79 students being inducted into the National Honor Society and 27 seniors continuing a long line of Alumni Leaders during a National Honor Society Induction Ceremony Wednesday night. According to a news release from USD 470, Ark City High School’s NHS Chapter Leader and social... Read More.

Huskey Liners to close Strother Field and Park City locations, parent company confirms

Thursday, April 20

Husky Liners in Strother Field, a manufacturer of automotive aftermarket products, including custom fit floor and cargo liners as well as many other automotive aftermarket accessories, will close this summer as part of a consolidation move by its parent company, RealTruck. According to a statement from RealTruck (formerly Truck Hero)... Read More.

Ark City postal employees recognized for helping elderly resident receive much-needed care

Thursday, April 20

Two Arkansas City residents were recognized by the Ark City Police Department during Tuesday's city commission meeting for their care and concern toward a citizen of the community. According to a news release from the City of Ark City Thursday, ACPD Det. Lt. Jason Legleiter awarded Johnna Haynes and Alice... Read More.

ACPD still seeking leads regarding public works shop burglary last summer

Wednesday, April 19

Authorities are still seeking leads on a case that involved the burglary of the Ark City Public Works shop last summer. According to the ACPD, the City of Arkansas City’s Public Works Shop at 1407 W. Madison Ave was the victim of burglary, theft and criminal damage to property on... Read More.

Cowley College trustees approve lease for new Wichita location

Tuesday, April 18

Cowley College’s Board of Trustees approved the authorization to enter into a lease agreement with Brunswick Properties LLC for its new Wichita location. The lease will begin May 1 and expire on April 30, 2028, according to minutes from Monday's board meeting in the McAtee Dining Center. The property is located west... Read More.

AUDIO: Reid talks ‘Dining with Diabetes’ sessions in Winfield

Tuesday, April 18

Cowley County Extension Agent Becky Reid stopped by the Bob FM/KSOK studios recently to talk about spring lawn tips, Thursday's first session of "Dining with Diabetes" and the importance of healthy activity. Reid, who oversees the family and consumer sciences side of K-State Research and Extension in Cowley County, said... Read More.

New Cowley College AD says Tigers have what it takes for continued success

Tuesday, April 18

Updated: Wednesday, 1:02 p.m. Cowley College will hire from within to fill its open athletic director position. According to Monday's board meeting minutes, the college will hire Jeff Fluty as its new AD, effective June 1. Fluty has been Cowley's head athletic trainer for the past 18 years. “What an outstanding opportunity to... Read More.